Employment
ORLAND CEMETERY DISTRICT
GROUNDSKEEPER I (Full-time)
DESCRIPTION:
Definition:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks related to landscape design, gardening, facilities maintenance, and repair work. The incumbent in this position is responsible for maintaining the grounds; informs management of landscaping issues, maintains the appearance and cleanliness of the property providing preventative maintenance of grounds. Additionally, this position performs a variety of tasks related to the burial of human remains.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Landscape design of the grounds, gardens, and copings.
• Plant, fertilize, trim and prune shrubs and trees.
• Assess and evaluate the condition of trees and other vegetation.
• Mow, edge, and water lawn areas, rake, sweep and pick up rubbish, flowers, and containers.
• Collect and empty trash, replace light bulbs and other related maintenance duties.
• Design, construct, repair and/or maintain a variety of District facility grounds such as retaining walls, fences, benches, and signs; replace broken water pipes; paint surfaces and repair irrigation systems.
• Performs various types of concrete work, including setting of markers and monuments.
• Operate and maintain power equipment and hand tools used each day.
• Monitors grounds and visitors for safety; and identifies, reduces, and eliminates safety hazards.
• Perform burial tasks such as opening and closing graves using power and hand tools, digging and filling graves and lowering caskets.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS/QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or High School Proficiency Examination).
Experience:
One (1) year of full-time experience in grounds maintenance and/or landscaping work.
License:
This classification requires incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver's license, Class C, and a clean driving record, to carry out job related duties. Individuals that have a current California driver’s license, Class A are eligible for a stipend. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability may request reasonable accommodation.
KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY:
Knowledge of:
Basic ground maintenance and landscaping techniques and methods that include the use of hand tools and/or power tools, and the safe operation of related machinery and equipment. Common plant types and problem symptoms; insect and disease control methods; rodent control methods; methods to maintain mechanical equipment; safe work practices; safe practices for operating power equipment and motorized vehicles.
Ability to: Operate and maintain hand and power equipment and tools used in the landscaping and maintenance of grounds, and related facilities; operate motor vehicles; learn to operate the backhoe; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; write and perform basic arithmetic in order to maintain written records; communicate processes and procedures to others; establish effective working relationships with clients and visitors; relate effectively to persons of diverse social and ethnic backgrounds; empathize with the emotional state of others.
ENVIRONMENTAL & FUNCTIONAL FACTORS:
Incumbents are expected to work inside or outside of buildings; to work in the heat or in the cold; to work either alone or closely with others; be able to reach above shoulders; have enough dexterity to manipulate a variety of landscaping or maintenance tools and equipment; be able to move about including bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, and kneeling for significant periods of time; be able to hear well; be able to see things up close or far away and have depth perception; to drive a motor vehicle; to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to seventy-five pounds; occasionally lift and carry objects weighing more than seventy-five; work with machinery; work with, around or in water; work on or below the ground; work on irregular surfaces; work in close vicinity to human remains; and work under continued exposure to the sun.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
· This position is 40 hours per week for full-time, with occasional weekend and holiday work depending on burials and outreach events.
· Working hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Monday through Friday. (Some Saturdays)
· The starting wage for this position is $18.00 per hour.
· Additional stipend for a California Class “A” Driver’s License.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
· Completed application form.
· Letter of Interest outlining your qualifications and interest in the position.
· Three letters of recommendation.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit an “Application Request” via E-mail: Orlandcemdist@gmail.com for an application..
Please submit your completed application materials to: Orlandcemdist@gmail.com / Orland Cemetery District – P.O. Box 424, Orland, CA 95963.
Deadline: October 11, 2024, at 3:30 p.m.
For any questions or further information, contact Staci Buttermore at (530) 865-3880 or Orlandcemdist@gmail.com
Employee Summary of Benefits:
Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
Paid Vacation: 80 hours per year.
Paid Sick Leave: 96 hours per year.
Bereavement Leave 3-5 Days per immediate family member.
Health Plan, Vision Plan & Dental Plan
Retirement: The District participates in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (Ca